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collaborate
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈlæbəreɪt
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Common mistakes of collaborate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "co-LAB-orate" instead of the correct "col-LAB-orate" (ˈkɒl.ə.bə.reɪt in UK, kəˈlæbəˌreɪt in US). Tip: Remember that the stress is on the "LAB" syllable.
- Omitting sounds: Some may drop the "o" sound in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "LAB-orate." This leads to a mispronunciation. Tip: Ensure to clearly pronounce the "co" as /kə/ or /kɒ/ depending on the accent.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "a" in the last syllable as a short "a" sound, saying "collaborat." The correct pronunciation is "collaborate" with a long "a" sound (ˈeɪt). Tip: Practice elongating the "ate" to sound like "eight."
- Confusing syllable division: Some learners might say "col-lab-or-ate," adding an extra syllable. The correct division is "col-LAB-or-ate." Tip: Focus on keeping the syllables concise and clear, with only four distinct parts.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A few might pronounce the final "t" too strongly, saying "collaborate" with an exaggerated "t" sound. The correct pronunciation is softer. Tip: Practice saying "collaborate" smoothly, allowing the "t" to blend naturally with the preceding sounds.